Every aspect of our study programmes is done online and with maximum flexibility – from the enrolment process to the classes right up to the exams. This gives you the freedom to study on your own terms and according to your own schedule. You decide when to start: there are no application deadlines or waiting periods.

Our online campus offers a fully digital learning environment with a diverse set of e-learning tools: interactive books, videos, online forums, interactive study sprints – and much more. 

You and your goals matter to us! Our tutor system and teachers are always there to personally support you during your studies. If you need tips for planning your courses or boosting your motivation, simply contact our study coaches. 

You want a quality study programme? So do we! Our programmes are state-approved and have received several awards: Currently, the IU is in first place in FernstudiumCheck.de’s live ranking of most popular universities for online studies.

Whether you're an early bird or a night owl: With us, you can sit your exams when you feel perfectly prepared – 24/7 online, 365 days a year, bookable at short notice and regardless of location.

With our flexible full- and part-time models, you decide when to schedule your courses. If you need more time to complete your studies, you can extend them by up to twelve months or take a semester off – completely free of charge.